#873F19

#873F19

Overview

#873F19 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 135, 63, 25, in HSL 20.7°, 68.8%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 53.3%, 81.5%, 47.1%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#873F19

RGB

135, 63, 25

HSL

20.7, 68.8%, 31.4%

HSV

20.7, 81.5%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.3%, 81.5%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.455 0.1105 45.5

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #873F19;
color: #873F19;
border-color: #873F19;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #873F19?

RGB(135, 63, 25) · HSL(20.7, 68.8%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.3%, 81.5%, 47.1%)

Does #873F19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #873F19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #873F19 background; contrast on black is 2.76:1.